Associate Specialist, Quality Control

MSD INTERNATIONAL GMBH (Singapore Branch); Singapore; On-site; SGD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

MSD INTERNATIONAL GMBH (Singapore Branch) is seeking an Associate Specialist in Quality Control (Incoming Laboratory) to uphold high quality and compliance. The role covers analytical testing, method transfer, investigations and GMP documentation in a fast-paced biopharmaceutical setting.

The successful candidate will have a science degree and 0–3 years of QC laboratory experience, with strong communication and teamwork skills to collaborate across levels within the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Science/Life Science/Pharmaceutical Science/Engineering or relevant experience.
• 0–3 years of applied professional work experience in the quality laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing of incoming materials, in-process samples, cleaning samples, environmental monitoring samples, utility systems, intermediates and finished drug substances/ products according to procedures.
• Participate in analytical method transfer/ validation/ verification, new product introduction and equipment qualification.
• Assist in conducting laboratory investigations and ensure effective implementation of related actions within the agreed timeframe.
• Provide inputs for the development and revision of Analytical Standards, SOPs, Work Instructions and other GMP documents.
• Maintain proper laboratory housekeeping, inventory and inspection readiness.
• Execute quality and laboratory improvement initiatives and other special projects.
• Perform equipment preventive maintenance and calibration.
• Review laboratory documents such as orphan data check and equipment logs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by direct manager.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Customer focus

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Science/Life Science/Pharmaceutical Science/Engineering

Job description

The position of Associate Specialist in Quality Control (Incoming Laboratory) will be responsible for ensuring and maintaining high standards of quality and compliance within our organization.

In this role, you will be responsible for all or subset of the key responsibilities below:

• Perform analytical testing of incoming materials, in-process samples, cleaning samples, environmental monitoring samples, utility systems, intermediates and finished drug substances/ products according to approved procedures.
• Participate in analytical method transfer/ validation/ verification, new product introduction and equipment qualification.
• Assist in conducting laboratory investigations and ensure effective implementation of related actions within the agreed timeframe.
• Provide inputs for the development and revision of Analytical Standards, Standard Operating Procedures, Work Instructions and other GMP documents.
• Maintain proper laboratory housekeeping, laboratory inventory and ensure inspection readiness.
• Execute quality and laboratory improvement initiatives and other special projects.
• Perform equipment preventive maintenance and calibration.
• Perform review of laboratory documents such as orphan data check and equipment logs.
• Perform other duties as assigned by their direct manager.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor’s degree in Science/ Life Science, Pharmaceutical Science, Engineering or proven relevant experience.
• 0 - 3 years of applied professional work experience in the quality laboratory.

Personal Qualities

• Leadership skills and ability to influence/collaborate with stakeholders at various levels.
• Customer focus with strong business acumen and continuous improvement mindset.
• Strategic and critical thinking mindset with a collaborative and problem-solving attitude.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based environment.

This is a career conversion program under Workforce Singapore (WSG) and candidates must meet the following criteria and are open to the following conditions:

• Singaporeans/Singapore PRs only
• PMETs/Mid-Careerist with no prior work experience in Biopharma industry are welcomed to apply
• Open to two years contract